Although Oktoberfest in Munich just came to a close, there are still many Oktoberfest’s happening around the world and more people are deciding to wear the traditional dress to the events as well. However, if you’re looking for a dirndl that is fresh, modern and edgy then look no further than Rare Trachtenwear! Designed and … read more …
Zwiebelrostbraten is a classic German dish that is served in many regions of Germany, like in Frankonia, Thuringia, Berlin, Hessen, Swabia or Vienna. If you would translate it literally it means “onion-topped roast beef with gravy”. The recipes vary by region. I want to feature today the classic variation: Wiener Zwiebelrostbraten In Austria the dish … read more …
German Christmas Cookies from an old recipe from Austria, the recipe is more than 100 years old. The Christmas cookie is called almond pockets. An easy to make German Christmas cookie, you will find all ingredients in your regular store. Happy Baking! Ingredients German Christmas Cookies Almond Pockets 150 g flour 150 g butter 4 … read more …
Rumballs or in German “Rumkugeln” are almost mandatory for Christmas but, in my opinion, they taste awesome throughout the year. The rumballs are made after a traditional Austrian recipe from the good old times, when the emperor Franz Josef used to reign. You don’t have to bake them, just make them per the given instructions … read more …
Buchteln are an Austrian specialty and the most famous ones are served in the Cafe Hawelka in Vienna. The origin of the Buchteln is the region of a former German part called Bohemia, but have found the way to Austria and Germany. In German they are called “Ofennudeln” which means translated “oven noodles”. You can … read more …
The history of the Sacher Cake or Sachertorte in German begins in 1832, when Prince Metternich ordered his personal chef with creating a special dessert for several important guests. But the master chef head chef got sick, so the task was handed to a boy of 16 years named Franz Sacher who was an apprentice … read more …
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